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CMF 771V

1979 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

3,052 mi
Last recorded3,052 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2023
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCMF 771V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2023 3,052 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Various leaks from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both D-Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Mar 2023 3,051 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding Park brake lever sticking (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Inner sill not attached to outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn Both D-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Outer pad worn to metal (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Electrical wiring insecure 7-core cable running front to rear of vehicle (4.11 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Various leaks from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 2,063 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 922 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion inner/wing (6.1.B.2)

Fail 25 Apr 2017 922 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion inner/wing (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2016 389 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 312 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 99,902 miles

Nearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Fail 27 Sep 2013 99,891 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

nsf and osf inner wheel arch has holed corrosion

Pass 26 Jun 2012 97,299 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 97,297 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

drivers door catch slam plate loose

Pass 10 Jun 2010 97,098 miles

crossmember/panel under rear bumper corroded

Pass 8 Jun 2009 97,023 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 96,885 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 96,651 miles

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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CMF 771V is a 1979 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1979 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 52,384 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CMF 771V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 47 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CMF 771V registered?

CMF 771V is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is CMF 771V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CMF 771V shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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